Last night was TV’s biggest night of the year. The 77th Annual Primetime Emmys aired live on CBS and Paramount+ and between the red carpet trends, record-breaking wins and jaw-dropping looks (yes, even from the men), it was one for the books. First-time wins were racked up by stars like Seth Rogen, Tramell Tillman and Noah Wyle. Also among that standout group? Britt Lower. She won the Emmy for Lead Actress in a Drama Series—and while that’s already a huge moment, we need to talk about her acceptance speech.
The 40-year-old took home her first trophy for her role as Helly R. in the dystopian Apple TV+ series Severance. During her speech, the Emmy winner gave shoutouts to the cast and crew of the show, including Adam Scott, John Turturro, Zach Cherry, Patricia Arquette and fellow winner Tramell Tillman. But here’s the thing—it’s not what she said that made headlines but what was written on her speech note.
